MP Pay Debate: Solomon Islands’ Parliamentary Entitlements Commission approved a 6% MPs salary adjustment, but Transparency Solomon Islands is calling for it to be revoked, arguing it ignores the cost-of-living squeeze on households. PM Wale’s Response: Prime Minister Matthew Wale says he will forego the PEC increase and push constitutional reform to replace PEC with a Higher Salaries Commission covering MPs and public servants, targeting completion by end-2027. Auditor General Independence: Auditor General David Teika Dennis and the Public Accounts Committee are urging stronger legal protections for the Auditor General’s independence as consultations on the Auditor General Bill 2026 continue. Roads in Malaita: World Bank-funded SIRAP2 road works are moving ahead with community consultations in West Kwara’ae and East Malaita, including DBST sealing and drainage upgrades, with contractors CCECC (North Road) and TTCL (East Road). Climate Policy Push: MECDM continues environment and climate law reforms via legislative consultations, while Pacific climate ministers meet in Sydney to advance a united COP31 agenda. Connectivity Reality Check: Regional reporting highlights that reliable electricity—not internet access—is the main barrier to remote Pacific connectivity, with solutions pairing satellite links with solar power.